Another LBH (kinda) pt. 4

[97Hope]

Hey Salty,

I'm sorry for about your friend's dad. Losing someone during this already trying time seems to hit harder.

You sound like you are moving in the right direction. Yes, set your sights on your journey! That is exciting. I don't think it's "grass is greener" - I think it's facing the reality. I think not moving to D until you know it's the right thing to do is wise.

FWP's are still challenging. I'm confident that you will make a good decision for you.

Maybe extending the "dry months" would give you confidence? You don't need booze to feel good. You don't need it to have fun. (Full disclosure - I fasted from alcohol for 3 years. It was a blessing to me.) It's nice to know I can take it or leave it. I needed to grow in my own self-confidence and that was something I could control. Not for everyone.

Stay strong and thanks for sharing your ups and downs. You never know who is going through it or will go through it later and these stories help! I read the boards for many months before I posted anything.